June 26, 2010

Unusual Tales - The Drums

"Unusual Tales", a series presenting Steve Ditko's comics from 1957 to 1959 that are in the public domain.

"The Drums" was first published in Charlton's THIS MAGAZINE IS HAUNTED #13 [1957]. The 5-page Ditko story has only been reprinted once so far, in GHOST MANOR #54 [1981].

Jungle adventure told to us by Dr. Haunt this time around, as a crooked man gains the confidence of an African tribe in order to steal their idol. His plan is foolproof, but for the odd twist revealed at the end.

Some really nice artwork in this one, especially the way the sound effects are integrated into the art and some really nice texture on the trees and disorienting angles.